John Weiss~ Man of Style

Ladies, meet your Valentine’s date – John Weiss. This Indianapolis native loves an adventure: riding his Harley and international travel make the top of that list. Professionally, John is the VP of Operations / Director of Digital Media for Weiss Communications, Inc., specializing in niche media products and brands for women. One of those media outlets is Indianapolis Woman Magazine, one of our favorite stylish reads. A guy with five sisters has to know a thing or two about women, right? 

Weiss says, "My passion lies in learning and growing both personally and professionally. I have always enjoyed new crowds, new trends and new ideas. There’s something about incredibly talented people that ignites my curiosity."

Speaking of new ideas, John has been heavily involved in the development of Local Lisa.com. Local Lisa is the one stop shop for busy women in Indianapolis. Lisa sifts through the daily deals in and around town and shares the best deals with you in one convenient place. 

Personally John defines himself as a friend, son, brother, uncle, best man, nephew, godson, mentor, mentee and recently a Godfather.

"I believe it’s the relationships you build that help make you who you are."  You could also say he is a "dad" to his pit bull, Jackson.

Want to know more about our Man of Style? Check out our interview with John below.

FWU: What’s your ‘go-to’ outfit/look?

John: Out of office - fitted black jeans, long sleeved t-shirt with colored v-neck on top, paired with interesting shoes and always matching socks. In the office – two-piece, two-button, tailored suit paired with a crisp collared shirt, no tie and black square-toed shoes.

FWU: Favorite thing about working for Indianapolis Woman Magazine/ Weiss Communications, Inc.

John: The people I work with. The team here at Indy Woman is an amazing group of individuals. There’s such a wide range of age, background, perception and beliefs it makes every project all the more interesting. I also get to meet some amazing, intelligent and creative individuals – I have great respect for their talent.

Outside of the magazine business I'm an avid entrepreneur, jumping at any opportunity and learning on the fly. My motto is expect to be unprepared. Then you will never worry.

FWU: When you want to relax, what’s the first thing that comes to mind?

John: Couch, dog, DVR

FWU: If you could go anywhere in the world where and why?

John: Well I’ve been to Italy, Australia and Hawaii so fourth on my list would be Africa – I’ve always wanted to see Victoria Falls.

FWU: If you had to pick, blondes or brunettes?

John: Brunettes, but why didn’t gingers makes the list?

FWU: What’s your favorite childhood memory?

John: When I was like five I lived in an apartment with my dad. On Christmas morning (the first I can remember), I woke up and there were no presents! My dad had hidden them throughout the apartment complex…I got a robot!

FWU: Favorite thing about living in Indianapolis?

John: The opportunity. It’s inexpensive enough to make a living and big enough to be successful. The food and people are pretty good too.

FWU: What’s at the top of your bucket list?

John: Skydiving (the thought terrifies me).

FWU: Finally John, Valentine’s Day is coming up. What’s your idea of the perfect romantic date?

John: Good homemade dinner, bottle(s) of nice wine, candle light and a little music.

John's Favorite's

Favorite drink? Maker’s Mark with Coke (if not alcohol, Powerade Zero mixed berry flavor). 

Favorite movie? True Romance

Favorite singer/Band? Bradley Noell

Favorite restaurant? Barcelona Tapas

Favorite song on iPod? Queen of the Westside by Brett Dennen

Favorite sport to watch? Football (Michigan Wolverines and Indianapolis Colts)

Favorite sport to play? Basketball

Celebrity crush? Zooey Deschanel

Favorite clothing/accessories? Black boot-cut Express jeans

Follow John on Twitter @jhnweiss